Who painted Adolf Zimmermann?

Adolf Zimmermann was painted by Carl Oesterley in 1828.

Where can I see Adolf Zimmermann?

Adolf Zimmermann is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Adolf Zimmermann?

Adolf Zimmermann is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Adolf Zimmermann

Carl Oesterley , 1828

Adolf Zimmermann is an ink drawing by the Romanticist artist Carl Oesterley. It dates from 1828 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Carl Oesterley’s 1828 drawing titled Adolf Zimmermann is executed on wove paper. The work combines graphite underdrawing with pen work and a brown ink wash, creating a monochromatic composition that emphasizes line and tonal variation.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a layered approach: an initial graphite sketch establishes form, followed by precise pen lines and a brown wash that unifies the surface. The use of brown ink and wash over graphite reflects early‑19th‑century drawing practices, focusing on chiaroscuro effects without color.